Patient Service Rep Imaging

Baystate Health•Springfield, MA

13d•$18 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

In collaboration with multiple departments, performs the administrative tasks necessary to support exceptional patient-centered care, such as reception, managing phone calls, facilitating image release, communicating imaging reports, validating physician orders, and daily roster preparation. Adheres to BHS operating principles, system and department compliance policies, and applicable laws and regulations. May be required to perform other related tasks or duties as requested or assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Medical terminology, keyboard, Microsoft office products, schedule systems, medical records (electronic and paper), billing, basic math, language, reading and writing, customer service

Nice To Haves

Experience in a medical office setting, preferred

Responsibilities

Managing the Patient Experience: Greets patients promptly in a warm, friendly manner demonstrating an appropriate amount of interest or concern. Smile, make eye contact, and use welcoming language (hello, welcome, how can I help you today). To maintain patient confidentiality use the system to verify the reason for the visit. Gather and/or verify patient demographics. Confirm that we have referrals or pre-authorizations if necessary. Give the patient a provider update (on time or running late, etc.). Hospitality: Maintain waiting area, check reading materials, play areas, etc. Direct patient and family members to restrooms and other amenities. Check to see if there is any other way you can assist. Employees at this level are developing their skills and understanding of the needs of the patients and their families or caregivers.
Communication: Develops and maintains working relationships with coworkers, providers, other agencies, and ancillaries. Receives and provides information as necessary while complying with policies and regulations (e.g., HIPAA). Addresses the public in a cheerful customer service-focused manner. Demonstrates awareness of cultural differences and adjusts to accommodate differences. Develop competency in managing difficult conversations.
Patient Identification: Identifies a patient using two identifiers (i.e., name and date of birth). Where required, will place an ID band on the patient following verification of the patient's identity. They will monitor patients' stay in our waiting area to maintain open communication about delays and exam status.
Confidentiality and Privacy: Maintains confidentiality of patient records using extreme care to discuss matters only with appropriate personnel to meet HIPAA Guidelines. Effectively operates hospital information system, ensuring patient and hospital confidentiality per established policies.
Telephone: Answers telephones in a prompt, courteous manner. Attempts to resolve inquires without transferring calls, if necessary, routes phone calls to appropriate personnel or department.
General Duties: Performs general clerical duties, which include order entry, system downtime recovery, preparation of exam-related materials and records, and making reminder calls to patients. Observes any discrepancies within patients' records and either correct them or bring them to the attention of proper personnel. Identifies and communicates all unfinished work, assuring continuity.
Mail Processing/Faxes/Rosters/Images: Demonstrates the ability to operate all office equipment including fax machines and copiers. Opens, sorts, and distributes all incoming mail and faxes daily according to practice guidelines. Prints orders, CDs, and reports while following the appropriate release and or approval in compliance with practice policy and regulations (e.g., HIPAA). Reviews all orders for validity and maintains daily rosters per department criteria.
Leadership: Takes responsibility for learning and following procedures and policies. Seeks and communicates process improvement opportunities and workflow optimization.
Other Duties-Department Specific: Responsibilities may be more specialized than as detailed above in larger practices or may include additional duties in some departments.

Benefits

Excellent Compensation
High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases
Continuing education support and reimbursement
First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
Farm Share Memberships
403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
Free money coach advice from a certified professional
Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
Life insurance
Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!
Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health